Kamat Chandrabandha - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Kamat Chandrabandha is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.4 km from Changrabandha and around 78.6 km from Cooch Behar. Changrabandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamat Chandrabandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamat Chandrabandha is 307806. The village covers a total geographical area of 865.75 hectares and falls under the 735301 pincode. Meuliganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kamat Chandrabandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kamat Chandrabandha
As per Census 2011, Kamat Chandrabandha village has a total population of 6,979 people, consisting of 3,560 males and 3,419 females. The village has 1,751 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 842 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,215 literate and 2,764 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,673 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamat Chandrabandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,979 | 3,560 | 3,419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 842 | 412 | 430 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,673 | 1,382 | 1,291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,215 | 2,359 | 1,856 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,764 | 1,201 | 1,563 |
Nearby Villages of Kamat Chandrabandha
Kamat Chandrabandha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Andaran Panisala | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Bara Panisala | North | 1.35 km |
| Hat Dhar Dharia | West | 1.86 km |
| Chhat Nijtaraf | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Brahmapur | North | 2.41 km |
| Kamat Panisala | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Chhat Panisala | West | 2.74 km |
| Brahmapur | West | 3.22 km |
| Purba Kamat Changrabandha | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Chhota Kamat Changrabandha | North | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kamat Chandrabandha
Kamat Chandrabandha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhupguri, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meuliganj to Kamat Chandrabandha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Kamat Chandrabandha is about 78.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamat Chandrabandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamat Chandrabandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kamat Chandrabandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamat Chandrabandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kamat Chandrabandha
Where is Kamat Chandrabandha located?
Kamat Chandrabandha village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamat Chandrabandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamat Chandrabandha is Changrabandha.
What is the pincode of Kamat Chandrabandha?
The pincode of Kamat Chandrabandha is 735301.
What is the population of Kamat Chandrabandha?
Kamat Chandrabandha has a total population of 6,979, including 3,560 males and 3,419 females.
How many households are there in Kamat Chandrabandha?
There are 1,751 households in Kamat Chandrabandha.
What is the literacy rate in Kamat Chandrabandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamat Chandrabandha is 60.40%. Male literacy is 66.26% and female literacy is 54.28%.